https://history.meigslibrary.org/files/original/1f897c2c6fcdc6c0241b972b51f8bbc7.pdf b0927442e5ebcc094275f5f8931be054 PDF Text Text log onto www.mydailysentinel.com for archive • games • features • e-edition • polls & more Middleport•Pomeroy, Ohio INSIDE STORY WEATHER SPORTS Merry Christmas! Partly sunny. High of 44. Low of 34 ........ A2 Local, regional sports .... B1 OBITUARIES Jessie M. Bills, 96 Daisy V. Frecker, 86 Claudio Brown Kruskamp, 64 Forest E. Mullins, 74 50 cents daily TUESDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2012 Vol. 62, No. 233 Ex-fiscal officer granted judicial release Sarah Hawley shawley@civitasmedia.com POMEROY — On the recommendation of a few village officials, Laura L. Curtis was granted judicial release on Friday afternoon. Curtis, 31, of Rutland, was back in Meigs County Common Pleas Court just four months after being sentenced to a three-year prison term after officials with the Village of Rutland recommended she be given a second chance. The former Village of Rutland Fiscal Officer had been serving a 36-month prison term from theft in office. Rutland Mayor Lowell Vance and Council Member April Burke were in court on Friday to represent the village as Judge Christopher Tenoglia summarized the statement recently given by the victim (the village). Tenoglia said that they (representatives of the village) wanted to give Curtis another chance, saying she should be forgiven and given the chance to make amends. The judge went on to compliment the representatives of the village for remembering that occasionally everyone deserves a second chance. It was also noted that this was not the sentiment of everyone in the village and community. According to Tenoglia, restitution payments to the village have begun. He ordered that those payments continue on at least a monthly basis and that Curtis forfeit $6,000 from a retirement fund to the village. Curtis apologized to the community and stated that she would never do anything to jeopardize being with her family again, a statement her mother — speaking in support of her daughter — also emphasized. During sentencing, Curtis was ordered to pay $50,000 in restitution to the village. In granting Curtis’ release, Tenoglia placed her on five years’ community control, ordered her to complete community service hours and find employment. Curtis was sentenced on Aug. 20, 2012, after pleading guilty to the third degree felony in June. Curtis was indicted in late February on the single charge of grand theft in office. The indictment stated that, during her time as fiscal officer (a public official), Curtis committed a theft offense, while using her office in committing the offense, and took property belonging to the village. The in- dictment states the value of the property or services involved is between $7,500 and $150,000. The offense occurred between 2009 and August 2011, according court documents. Curtis was appointed to the position of fiscal officer for the village on June 10, 2008 according to council minutes. Curtis was represented by Public Defender David Baer in the case. She had been housed at the Ohio Reformatory for Women since Aug. 23. SWCD staffer recognized for outstanding service Staff Report mdsnews@mydailysentinel.com POMEROY — Jenny Ridenour of Long Bottom, education coordinator and district technician for the Meigs Soil and Water Conservation District was recently awarded the Project Learning Tree — Ohio Outstanding Facilitator Award recognition. The award is presented to an individual who exemplifies being an educator/ natural resource professional development trainer for the award-winning Project Learning Tree (PLT) education program. “I love teaching adults and kids about the wonders of the outdoors. PLT gives me many more tools to use to make learning fun,” said Ridenour, who is a seven-year employee of the Meigs SWCD. As a young adult, Ridenour spoke and wrote about the importance of using minimum tillage practices, conservation of our natural resources, recycling, litter clean-ups, soil erosion, watersheds and The Reason for the Season Members of the Carmel-Sutton United Methodist Church recently held a live nativity at Star Mill Park in Racine. Mary, Joseph, the baby Jesus, wisemen, sheppards, and an angel were joined by animals including a donkey and sheep. Music was provided by Truly Saved, which includes Jackie White, Kathy McDaniel, and Craig Harrison. Refreshments were also served. The live nativity served a fundraiser for the church’s building fund, as well as reminding those attending of the true meaning of the Christmas season. forest management. She is still involved with all of those today and passing the message on to future generations. Project Learning Tree (PLT) curriculum is one means that Ridenour uses to lead others in sound environmental education. Since she became a PLT facilitator in 2005, over 70 Meigs County teachers have been trained by Ridenour in PLT teacher professional development workshops. She has presented at least one PLT workshop per year for teachers. In turn, those teachers are able to utilize the Project Learning Tree guides and on-line resources to enrich teaching about pertinent environmental issues while getting students outside to explore and learn about our natural world. Presenting the award to Ridenour, at Proctor Center in London, Ohio, was PLT state sponsor Ohio Department of Natural Resource-Division of Forestry employee and PLT — Ohio coordinator Sue WinterSee SWCD ‌| A5 Christmas means police still are on the beat Photos by Sarah Hawley | Daily Tribune Carrie Wolfe Special to Civitas Media Area churches note traditions of the faith Carrie Wolfe Special to Civitas Media mdsnews@mydailysentinel.com OHIO VALLEY — Christmas is not just about Santa Claus. For Christians around the world it is a meaningful religious observance because, it is the birthday of Christ Jesus. For those following the traditional religious calendar, the festivities of Christmas truly begin following the fourth Sunday in Advent. Advent is the season prior to Christmas and is a time of preparation for the coming of Christ. Each church has their traditions and celebrations for this time of year. For members of Sacred Heart Parish in Pomeroy, it means decorating following the Sunday mass. As some parishioners were leaving, others were pulling out Christmas trees, lights and the large nativity set for the sanctuary. “It is good to have a positive experience, but don’t lose the theology behind it,” the Rev. Timothy Kozak of Sacred Heart said. Kozak was commenting on the commercialism which has become a part of Christmas. He said it is easy to become too caught up in gifts and forget the meaning for Christians. “Don’t let it turn into a nightmare,” he said. For Christians, Christmas is the time to celebrate the coming of Jesus, the Christ to earth. Only Easter, the resurrection of Jesus following the crucifixion, is considered a greater religious holy day. Tradition, particularly in the faith, can be a means of teaching the faith. At Sacred Heart, the early Christmas Eve service involves the chil- Submitted Photo Members of Sacred Heart parish decorate as Advent ends and the 12 days of Christmas begin. Area churches also display nativity scenes, wreaths and lights in celebration of the birth of Christ. dren of the church participating. The Rev. Jason Simpkins of Soul Harvest in Mason, said this year they were fo- cusing on spending more time with family. He said they normally do special proSee CHURCH |‌ A5 OHIO VALLEY — While families gather and presents are unwrapped, there will still be officers on the job. For police in the area, however, there is a hope for a peaceful holiday. Even during holidays such as Christmas, police officers Meigs, Gallia and Mason counties are still patrolling and answering calls. For most of the area, the day is another work day for law enforcement. “We do the same thing,” Meigs County Sheriff Robert Beegle said. “Sometimes we have nothing, and it is relatively quiet.” Beegle said area law enforcement are still on the job though. He said they sometimes see domestic violence calls around the holidays. They tend to be more along the lines of family arguments and not necessarily violence related. Holiday stress and family coming together at Christmas can be entertaining when viewed in light of the now classic “National Lampoons Christmas Vacation.” It becomes no laughing matter when it causes problems that erupt into violence. According to the West Virginia Coalition Against Domestic Violence, “Domestic violence is more than three times as likely to occur when couples are experiencing high levels of financial strain.” Due to the national economy and the local economy being what they are, there is a possibility for added stress this year. “With the economy, we just don’t know,” Beegle said. In recent years, there have been more than 20,000 domestic violence cases in Ohio each year, according to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence for Ohio. More than half of those cases required victims to use a shelter. For West Virginia, the numbers are fewer with under 15,000 domestic violence cases being filed for the year in 2010 according to the coalition. Regardless, officers in all three counties will still be ready to respond. �Tuesday, December 25, 2012 The Daily Sentinel • Page A2 www.mydailysentinel.com To all our present and future customers we wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Open Christmas Eve: 4-8:30 and New Years Eve: 4-? D&M Pizza and Subs Syracuse, Ohio 740-992-7287 60380251 Here’s hoping the holiday season has lots of good times in-store for you. We’re really grateful for all the good times we’ve had serving you this year. Meigs County Community Calendar Thursday, Dec. 27 RUTLAND — The Rutland Township Trustees will hold their year end and reorganizational meetings at 5 p.m. at the Rutland Fire Station. CHESTER — The Chester Township Trustees will hold their year end and reorganizational meetings at 7 p.m. at the town hall. Friday, Dec. 28 BEDFORD TWP. — The Bedford Township Trustees will hold their end of year meeting at 2: p.m. at the town hall. Merry Christmas & thanks! Rutland Department Store 41 Main Street Rutland, Ohio 740-742-2100 60380259 Manley’s Recycle Center 503 Mill Street Middleport, Ohio 740-992-3894 60379880 With Bright Wishes at The Holidays �� May the coming season bring health, wealth and happiness to you and your loved ones. For your trust in us, we are deeply grateful. Birchfield Funeral Home 212 Main Street Rutland, Ohio 740-742-2333 60380262 24-hour Good Neighbor Service® Michael R. Swiger, Agent PO Box 268, 149 S Third Avenue Middleport, OH 45760-0268 Bus: 740-992-6685 Fax: 740-992-7934 mikeswiger.bwf3@statefarm.com Toll Free: 1-800-694-3012 Smile it’s Christmas! With bright wishes to all our patients and their families this holiday season. We appreciate your trust in us. Dr. Margie Lawson D.D.S. & Staff 60379885 Merry Christmas & Happy New Year 106 Tyree Blvd. Racine, OH 740-949-2575 to our customers for making 2012 an outstanding year *pic only for demonstration purposes Why not mow with the Best made in the USA Manning-Flip-Butch GRAVELY TRACTOR SALES & SERVICE 204 Condor Street Pomeroy, Ohio 740-992-2975 60380248 Visit us online at www.mydailysentinel.com 60379867 ... And a round of thanks to you, our kind and loyal customers. We are very grateful for your business this past year and wish you all the best this holiday season. Birthdays Tuesday, Dec. 25 RACINE — Patty Shain will celebrate her 92nd birthday on Dec. 25. Cards can be sent to her at 47836 St Rt 124, Racine, Ohio 45771. Saturday, Dec. 29 POMEROY — Kathleen Wells will celebrate her 94th birthday on Dec. 29. Cards can be sent to her at 34719 Ball Run Road, Pomeroy, Ohio 45769. Monday, Dec. 31 SYRACUSE — Jane Teaford will celebrate her 93rd birthday on Dec. 31. Cards can be sent to her at PO Box 261, Syracuse, Ohio, 45779. Ohio Valley Forecast Christmas Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 44. Calm wind becoming northeast around 6 mph in the afternoon. Tuesday Night: A chance of rain, mainly after 3 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 34. Northeast wind 6 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40 percent. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Wednesday: Rain. High near 46. Chance of precipitation is 90 percent. New precipitation amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible. Wednesday Night: Rain and snow showers likely, becoming all snow after midnight. Cloudy, with a low around 26. Chance of precipitation is 70 percent. Thursday: A chance of snow showers. Cloudy, with a high near 35. Chance of precipitation is 30 percent. Thursday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 21. Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 36. Friday Night: A chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 25. Chance of precipitation is 40 percent. Saturday: A chance of rain and snow showers. Cloudy, with a high near 41. Chance of precipitation is 50 percent. Saturday Night: A chance of rain and snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 23. Chance of precipitation is 50 percent. Family thoughts Judge Scott Powell Firmly in the trenches of the local problems in our communities and schools with our youth and families, I often am amazed at how little thought some parents put into raising their children. Some parents let their children do anything and go anywhere they want to. Some parents make sure that their children have a smartphone, computer, and a TV in their bedroom. They want their children to be happy. They want to be the cool parent. Giving your child freedom and technology does not mean that they will turn out bad. I do believe that if they are not carefully monitored children can quickly enter into risky situations. Reality is that we live in dangerous times. Pick up the local paper or turn the news on if you don’t believe that. Stop by the Courthouse and I will share many more examples. I challenge all parents, if not already, to step up their efforts. I strongly recommend every parent always ask “Do I know where my child is?” “Do I know who my child is with?” and “Do I know what my child is doing?” Ask these questions not only every time your child leaves but even within your own home. If you don’t like the answers or can’t get an answer then be prepared to say “No!” and take action. Effective parenting often will not get you points with your child in a popularity contest. Studies have shown that children do best when the parents are active and have power over their child’s lives. Children need clear rules, structure, and accountability. Never give up and never be afraid to ask for help. God bless and Merry Christmas. Scott Powell is the Meigs County Juvenile Court judge. Meigs County Local Briefs Holiday office closures POMEROY — The offices of Meigs County Treasurer, Recorder and Auditors Sheridan’s Shamrock Auction Service, LLC 740-592-4310 1-800-419-9122 Merry Christmas! 60379919 2013 offices will be closed Dec. 24 and 25 for the observance of Christmas. They will reopen on Dec. 26 for normal hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. POMEROY — The Meigs County Clerk of Courts legal office and title office will be closed on Dec. 24, 25 and Jan. 1. POMEROY — The Meigs County Health Department will be closed on Dec. 24 and 25. Normal business hours will resume at 8 a.m. on Dec. 26. POMEROY — The Meigs County TB Clinic will be closed on Dec. 24 and 25 for Christmas. ‘Food for Fines’ POMEROY — The Meigs County District Public Libraries will be accepting non- perishable food items in lieu of fines during the month of December. These items will be distributed to area food banks. For more information please contact (740) 9925813. Boil advisory lifted POMEROY — All boil advisories for the Village of Pomeroy water customers have been lifted. Upcoming blood drives MEIGS COUNTY — Two upcoming blood drives have been scheduled in Meigs County. The first will be from 1-6 p.m. on Dec. 26 at the Mulberry Community Center. The second is scheduled from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on Dec. 31 at the Middleport Church of Christ WE REMEMBER Gerald E. Shuster, who passed away 12 years ago on December 25, 2000 & Mildred Shuster on April 15, 1999 ...To the best bunch of folks we know, our customers! Have a great year. Middleport, Ohio 740-992-3322 Love always, Your daughter Wilma, Grandchildren and their Families... 60379831 So long as we live, They too shall live, for they are now a part of us, as we remember them, throughout the year. Dairy Queen HAPPY NEW YEAR! Wishing you an old-fashioned holiday filled with memories you’ll treasure always. We will never forget your kind support. Thanks, everyone! We may provide the heat for your home, but nothing warms our hearts more than thoughts of the many good folks we’ve had the privilege to serve this past year. Happy Holidays 906 Elm Street Racine, Ohio @ Southern Local G&M FU E L 606 Washington Street Ravenswood, West Virginia (304) 273-1033 COM P A NY 43070 St. Rt. 124 • Pomeroy 60379921 60379898 992-5111 60379901 �The Daily Sentinel • Page A3 www.mydailysentinel.com Kathryn Hart reads to kindergarten students at Southern ElEdie Hubbard reads to students at Southern Elementary ementary. A Note of Thanks Sonshine Circle ladies read to kindergarteners Each member was given a gift provided by Debra Krauter, Bonnie Krautter, Mary Ball, Ann Zirkle and Kathryn Hart. The group presented cookies, treats and drinks to Racine Volunteer Fire Department on Tuesday, Dec. 18. The group is providing 27 necessity bags to area seniors, making a donation to the fire department, providing gas cards and food cards to needy families, has done a toy drive for Bethel Worship Center and Meigs Cooperative Parish. Attending the dinner were Mary Ball, Larry amd Edie Hubbard, Blondena Rainer, Betty Proffitt, Evelyn Foreman, Ruth Simpson, Bernice Theiss, Mabel Brace, Mildred Hart, Wilma Smith and Mica, Danielle Smith, Amanda, Jamie and Harley Clark, Ann Middleport Flower Shop 784 N. 2nd Avenue Middleport, OH 740-992-3533 Sounds of silver bells fill the air And celebration is everywhere But we’re so glad to be right here To wish you Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Banks Construction Co. E. Main Street • Pomeroy, OH 740-992-5009 www.bankscclb.com Wilma Smith reads to students as Southern Elementary. Zirkle, Genny Richard, Robert Richard, Hazel McKelvey, Jackie White, Kathy McDaniel, Dale & Kathryn Hart. Next meeting is Jan. 10 at the church at 6:30 p.m. Serving those who serve the village Just in the stitch of time, we present our Holiday Greetings to all of you. Mill End Fabrics 270 Mill Street Middleport, Ohio Machine Quilting (740) 992-3673 Members of the Middleport Community Association (from left) Texanna Wehrung, Ronnie Miller, Debbie Gerlach, Teresa Shiflet and Linda Myers recently served the annual appreciation luncheon to those who serve in the community including the fire department and village employees. 60379936 RACINE — Ladies from the Sonshine Circle recently visited the kindergarten classes at Southern Elementary. Wilma Smith, Edie Hubbard and Kathryn Hart were at Southern Kindergarten on Friday and read Christmas stories to the students. Each child was presented a scarf made by Hubbard and Smith and a Christmas ornament that was made by Hart. In addition to reading at the school, the Sonshine Circle recently held their December meeting at Bethany Church with a catered dinner by Barbara Arnold. The group played games and was entertained by Larry Fisher. Table decorations of pine and holly were provided by Joe Foreman. Door prize was won by Robert Richard. Games were won by Edie Hubbard and Wilma Smith. We thank each of you for your business and wish you a very Merry Christmas 60379929 Tuesday, December 25, 2012 Because it’s what’s on the inside that counts, we’d like to thank you from the bottom of our hearts. May all your dreams come true for you this holiday season. 41865 Pomeroy Pike Pomeroy, Ohio 740-992-0540 60379888 60379927 Sarah Hawley | Daily Sentinel Church Events Christmas Day Dinner MIDDLEPORT — The Middleport Presbyterian Church will host a Christmas Day dinner from 1-3 p.m. on Christmas Day. MIDDLEPORT — A Christmas Day Dinner will be served at 1 p.m. on Christmas Day at the Middleport Church of Christ Family Life Center. Dinner will include baked ham, sweet potatoes, green beans, apple sauce, rolls and dessert. 618 East Main St. Pomeroy, OH 45769 992-6674 Joyous Noel At this holy time of the year, we’d like to join you and your family in a prayer for peace on earth and harmony between people of all nations. For all of the goodwill you’ve shown us, we are grateful. Anderson-McDaniel Funeral Homes Middleport 992-5141 Racine 949-2300 2013 Meigs County Visitors Guide! 10,000 copies will be produced Glossy Magazine Style all ads are full color Contact your ad representative today! Adam McDaniel ~ Jamie Anderson Directors 740-992-2156 740-446-2342 304-675-1333 deadline is January 25th, 2013 60379933 60380860 Pomeroy 992-5444 Be sure to be included in the �The Daily Sentinel Opinion Miracles can happen When I was growing up, my parents gave me the greatest gift ever. They taught me that anything was possible, that miracles can happen. How? The night before Christmas, the house was always just a bit messy. There was a noted lack of expecting much of anything. The annual comments that “Santa was going to miss this house if a certain young lady was not in bed” were also used. The later I was up, the more the comments grew in intensity. I went to bed every year and stayed there. I had absolutely no interest in disturbing the “magic” by messing with Santa’s routine. I do not know how much I really believed in Santa Claus, but I certainly believed in the awesome wonder that seemed to magically happen Christmas Eve. When I awoke Christmas mornings, it always seemed to be a wonderland. Everything shined and sparkled. “The elves have been cleaning again,” my mother would occasionally say. Everything was shiny, clean and simply brilliant. The tree was lit and was always amazing. I would steal a few minutes to myself before disturbing my parents to sit in the wonder of the room. No matter how many presents were really under the tree, they seemed to be everywhere in the room. It was like they exploded out from under the tree. Even as a child though, my wonderment was mainly reserved for gazing at my mother’s white porcelain nativity set on the mantel. I was not to touch it, because it was so fragile. It came to mean Christmas to me. Carrie Wolfe Nothing was as wonderful as looking at it in the light of the tree on Christmas morning. I am not sure I can every adequately describe what Christmas morning felt like in our home. It was the warmth of a fresh homemade sugar cookie. It was comfort beyond understanding. It was joy beyond giggles. It was the greatest gift of all my parents could give me. Following the joy of basking in the tree glow, I would “wake up” my parents. They were always awake from the first moments my little feet hit the floor, but they always did a good job of pretending otherwise. The phone call to my grandparents was the next move. There were always ready to go. (My grandfather had a habit of rising at 6 a.m. and before to read the Bible. He never skipped unless he was extremely ill, therefore, Christmas Day was no exception.) They would come over, and we would all begin. I enjoyed handing out the presents, especially when I was old enough to read the labels myself. It was the greatest time. I really never cared as much what I received as much as the warm feeling of family, of love and The Daily Sentinel Reader Services Correction Policy Our main concern in all stories is to be accurate. If you know of an error in a story, call the newsroom at (740) 992-2156. Our main number is (740) 992-2155. 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Many dark days have I walked this earth. My heart has experienced the blackest of night, but the light of Christmas always managed to prevail. Miracles can happen. Anything is possible because the light has come into the world. Today you may be experiencing awkward family time. You may be up to your eyes in family drama or you may be experiencing the same kind of magic I did. Either way, his light is there for all. Through Mary’s yes to God, we can experience the awesome light of the Lord for all eternity. We can sweep away the cobwebs of despair, dissatisfaction and disenfranchisement. We can embrace love, light and living instead. May you have a beautiful Christmas. May your hearts be filled with wonder. May the blessing brought forth in a tiny stable reach into your heart today. And may you live a life of Grace Out Loud! Page A4 Tuesday, December 25, 2012 Letters to the Editor Reader suggests governmental cuts Dear Editor, To Mr. Cleland’s Dec. 16 suggestion of cutting foreign aid, I would also make huge whacks in NASA’s budget. A government claiming that it can no longer provide a quality life for its people shouldn’t be cavorting about the galaxy, collecting star dust samples and radio signals from Star XP-27 in Androimeda. After all it’s only 250 million years away. Second, immediately cease conducting multiple wars without paying for them while enacting huge tax cuts in the midst thereof. Third, let the government cut all welfare to the rich, i.e. stop all taxpayer give-aways to big oil and millionaire landowners who collect “Mohair” subsidies. Taxpayers also fund billions in research and development (R&D) which the power structure hands over to the corporate-tocracy and big pharma for little or nothing. The people who support these programs would be the first to complain about waste and mismanagement in school lunch programs. With all the waste and fraud going on 24-7, Heaven forbid that a child in America might get a school lunch. Jeff Fields Syracuse Parents: You are failing your children and society Dear Editor, It is time to turn a cor- Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution Letters to the Editor Letters to the editor should be limited to 300 words. All letters are subject to editing, must be signed and include address and telephone number. No unsigned letters will be published. Letters should be in good taste, addressing issues, not personalities. “Thank You” letters will not be accepted for publication. ner. Our society, our future, our welfare depend on it. I spend a massive amount of time traveling. And as I travel I meet thousands of different people. I have met many teachers from around the U.S., and I am hearing so many alarming things. Things like that they are scared to go to work, because their children threaten their lives, steal their belongings, and there is nothing they can do about it. I have had a wonderful conversation with someone who work with the Mason County school system, about how their children have to undergo a massive amount of “warnings” before they can even be sent to the Principal. I am talking like at least nine to twelve warnings. I am hearing of children telling adults to suck certain parts of their anatomy, punching them in the stomach, and more. I am going to come out and say it: Your children are horrible! I don’t care who you are, if you ever take your child’s word over an adult’s, you are insane. These kids are supposed to be a direct reflection of your upbringing! I remember getting paddled in school (in the 80s) over in Bidwell, Ohio. And when the principal called and told my mom I got paddled, guess what? I got another whippen when I returned home. Why? because I wasn’t acting the way my mom was raising me, and I was an embarrassment to her and her parenting. And that’s what these children are today, an embarrassment to worthless upbringing. There is zero allowed discipline that makes any difference. Children need to have an understanding of discipline. I heard a teacher in an airport last week tell me her high school students told her they didn’t have to re- spect her, that respect was something her generation did. She was 24 years old, only a couple years older than them, and they were out of control. What is the answer? Every time a teacher, principal, or anyone informs the parent of wrong doing by the student, the parent says the child is being “provoked”, picked on, blah blah blah. Parent: your child isn’t being provoked when they punch a teacher or use foul language as a baby, that is a mirror image of the house you are raising them in. If you are using foul language or letting your children watch inappropriate movies or play inappropriate games, you are to blame for their upbringing, not the teachers. The teachers aren’t there to raise your kids, they are supposed to be teaching them some educational values that they may use in the real world. But because your kids are so behind on how to act in society, everyone fails. People, do you know that they are not teaching cursive writing anymore because our society isn’t writing anymore? These are basics, people. My child is two years away from joining the school system, and I am scared to death to send her to school with your children. I am scared to death to send her to a school system that has zero control over the students whom they are supposed to be educating for the time they have them a day. This problem can be fixed, but it needs to be fixed at home first, then at the state school board level and re-initiate some sort of discipline measures that is purely discipline. Start protecting teachers, and start telling these parents that they are failing their child, and us as a future society. Curry Russell Mason County, W.Va. The Daily Sentinel Ohio Valley Publishing Co. 111 Court Street Pomeroy, Ohio Phone (740) 992-2156 Fax (740) 992-2157 www.mydailysentinel.com Sammy M. Lopez Publisher Stephanie Filson Managing Editor �Tuesday, December 25, 2012 The Daily Sentinel • Page A5 www.mydailysentinel.com SWCD From Page A1 ing, along with Wayne Lashbrook, PLT-Ohio nonprofit chair. “Jenny exemplifies what being a Project Learning Tree facilitator is all about,” Wintering said. “She provides an outstanding PLT workshop so educators and natural resources youth leaders can immediately be comfortable exploring and teaching about environmental issues, and helping their students take action to make a difference.” Six other educators from across the state were also honored for their commitment to environmental education by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources’ (ODNR) Division of Forestry. The teachers and natural resource professionals were recognized through the award-winning Project Learning Tree (PLT) education program. PLT provides a multi-disciplinary approach to learning that equips educators with valuable lesson plans and materials that are helpful for teaching students about environmental issues. Trees, forests and natural Jessie Mae Bills Jessie Mae Bills, 96, of Crown City, Ohio, died Sunday Decem- resource issues serve as ber 23, 2012, at the Hospice of Huntington, in Huntington, W.Va. Funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday, December 27, 2012, at Willis Funeral Home with Pastors Curtis Sheets and George Holley, Jr. officiating. Burial will follow in Crown City Cemetery. Friends may call at Willis Funeral Home on Wednesday, December 26, 2012 from 6-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in memory of Jessie Mae Bills to the Crown City Community Church or the Crown City Wesleyan Church. Daisy Virginia Frecker Daisy Virginia Frecker, 86, of Pomeroy, Ohio, passed away on December 22, 2012, at Camden Clark Memorial Hospital. She was born on August 16, 1926, in Onagra, Illinios, daughter of the late Lester and Edith Wood. Daisy was a faithful member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Pomeroy. She was a licenced practical nurse for many years at the offices of Dr. Selim Blazwick. Daisy is survived by her children, Lawrence (Lyndall) Hasbargen of Parkersburg, West Virginia, Peg (Jim) Scott of Crestline, Ohio, and Mary Hasbargen of Delaware, Ohio; five grandchildren, Kent (Cheryl) Hasbargen, John Scott, Kimberly Place, Kira (Ryan) Allen and Keri (Joe) Brault; seven great-grandchildren, Evan Place, Hannah Allen, Jared Place, Lauren Brault, Lauren Hasbargen, Logan Allen and Nicole Brault; sister-in-law, Lula Wood of Watseka, Illinois; foster brother, George Harrison of Watseka; two nieces, Karen Ponton of Iowa and Ria Minerd of Sheldon, Illinios. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Roger Frecker; brothers, Lawrence and Thomas Wood; sister, Mary Hedge; and brother-in-law, Donald Frecker. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, December 27, 2012, at St. Paul Lutheran Church with Reverend Linea Warmke and Dr. John Scott officiating. Burial will follow at Meigs Memory Gardens. Visiting hours will be from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday at the Anderson McDaniel Funeral Home in Pomeroy and one hour prior to the funeral service at the church on Thursday. Pall bearers will be Kent Harsbargen, Joe Brault, Ryan Allen, Hugh McPhail, Bill Baer and Charles Frecker. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in memory of Daisy Frecker to the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Pomeroy. A registry is available at www.andersonmcdaniel.com. the basis for students to experience hands-on discovery. “Ohio’s teachers and environmental educators hold the keys to our future,” said Robert Boyles, state forester and chief of the ODNR Division of Forestry, which is the state sponsor of PLT. “Project Learning Tree helps our educators unlock and open doors for today’s young people so they can experience and learn about nature and sustainable conservation.” Recognized for their outstanding efforts in environmental education, in addition to Ridenour were: Cheri Goggin — Outstanding Educator Award: Berkshire High School, Burton; Aurora resident (state nominee for national PLT Outstanding Educator award); Joe Brehm — Redbud Outstanding Facilitator Award: Rural Action, Athens; Lola Lewis — Redwood Outstanding Facilitator Award: ODNR Division of Forestry, New Philadelphia; Massillon resident; Leonard Black — Special Recognition: ODNR Division of Soil and Water Resources, Columbus; Jeanne Russell — John Hug Legacy Award: ODNR grams, but this year opted not to. He said it had been a busy year. For members of one area church, it is a time of new beginnings. Members of River City Fellowship in Gallipolis were celebrating not only Christmas, but the opening of their new home in the former Foodland location. At area Catholic churches, Christmas also means the an- nual midnight mass. Kozak said that tradition is very ancient and goes back to the early times of the church. There are also services during the day, as well. As believers in various denominations focus on the Christmas, there are varying ways they choose to share the faith and celebrate. Celebrations often include live nativities, children’s programs, and even special dinners for those in need. WHITE-SCHWARZEL FUNERAL HOME Since 1858 • “A century of dedicated service” 9 Fifth Street • Coolville, Ohio MIKE PUTNAM (740)667-3110 KEVIN SCHWARZEL & Happy New Year From Forest E. Mullins From Page A1 May all your tidings be glad ones at this special time of the year. For your trust in us and your loyalty, we are deeply grateful. Merry Christmas Claudio Brown Kruskamp, 64, Gallipolis, Ohio, died Wednesday, December 19, 2012, at his residence. Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the McCoy-Moore Funeral Home, Wednesday, December 26, 2012. Graveside services will follow at Vinton Memorial Park, with Pastor Theron Durham officiating. Church lated to Ohio Academic Content Standards for science and social studies curriculum. For more information, visit http://www.dnr. state.oh.us/education/correlations/. 60379917 Claudio Brown Kruskamp Forest E. Mullins, 74, of Gallipolis, died Saturday morning, December 22, 2012, at the SOMC Hospice in Portsmouth. Funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Thursday, December 27, 2012, at St. John Lutheran Church, 5600 Junior FurnacePowellsville Road, Franklin Furnace, Ohio, with Rev. Carl Beck officiating. Burial will follow in St. John Lutheran Cemetery. Friends may call at the Waugh-Halley-Wood Funeral Home, 810 Second Ave. Gallipolis, Ohio on Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. and at the church on Thursday one hour prior to services. Division of Soil and Water Resources, Columbus; and Jeremy Scherf — Bill Schultz Natural Resource Award: ODNR Division of Forestry, Cambridge; New Concord resident. PLT lessons are corre- 60379931 Obituaries Visit us at www.mydailysentinel.com Meigs County Sheriff Robert Beegle & Staff Be Safe & Smart... Don’t Drink & Drive 60379922 Hello Friends It’s Christmas Time again! Jesus is not in the manger He is making house calls Listen! He is knocking at your door now. I encourage you to open the door of your heart and let Him in. Ask Him to forgive your sins. He will give you a new life! I encourage you to go to church! Merry Christmas to All AT THE BIRTH OF Our Savior We’d like to join all of you in giving thanks for the Miracle of Christmas and the many blessings we share including your friendship. Merry Christmas!! 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Box 55 • Chester, Ohio 45720 60379924 60379664 �Tuesday, December 25, 2012 www.mydailysentinel.com The Daily Sentinel • Page A6 60379955 �The Daily Sentinel TUESDAY, DECEMBER 25. 2012 mdssports@heartlandpublications.com Sports INSIDE Manning’s 3 TDs lead Broncos to 34-12 win B2 Lady Rebels roll past Symmes Valley, 51-36 Bryan Walters bwalters@civitasmedia.com MERCERVILLE, Ohio — A good start led to a solid finish for the South Gallia girls basketball team Saturday afternoon following a 51-36 victory over visiting Symmes Valley in a non-conference matchup in Gallia County. The host Lady Rebels (6-3) jumped out to a 14-9 advantage after eight minutes of play, then followed with a 15-8 surge in the second canto to establish a 29-17 lead at the intermission. The Lady Vikings (4-6) managed a small 11-10 spurt in the third period to pull within 39-28 headed into the finale, but SGHS ended regulation with a 12-8 run to wrap up the 15-point triumph. Meghan Caldwell led the hosts with a game-high 14 points, eight of which came in the opening quarter. Lesley Small was next with 13 points, followed by Ellie Bostic with 10 markers. Rachel Johnson and Jasmyne Johnson both added six points apiece to the winning cause, while Sara Bailey rounded out the scoring with two markers. The Lady Rebels were 6-of-8 at the free throw line for 75 percent. Gracie Waddell paced SVHS with 10 points, followed by Merranda Hayes with six points and Kalli Hunt with five markers. Symmes Valley was 2-of-6 at the charity stripe for 33 percent. Gallia Academy ends skid against Ironmen, 66-28 Bryan Walters bwalters@civitasmedia.com JACKSON, Ohio — Now that’s how you end a losing streak. The Gallia Academy boys basketball team had 11 different players reach the scoring column while snapping a five-game skid Friday night during a 6628 thrashing of host Jackson in a Southeastern Ohio Athletic League matchup in the Apple City. The visiting Blue Devils (2-5, 1-2 SEOAL) broke away from a four-all tie by using a 9-0 run over the final 4:40 of the first quarter to establish a 13-4 edge after eight minutes of play. GAHS never looked back from there on out, as the Blue and White went on a 21-6 surge in the second canto — which included the last dozen points of the half — en route to a sizable 34-10 intermission advantage. The Blue Devils claimed their largest lead of the night at 51-11 with four minutes left in the third canto, but the Ironmen (06, 0-3) closed the stanza out with a small 10-6 run to pull within 57-21 headed into the finale. GAHS closed regulation with a 9-7 spurt to wrap up the 38-point triumph. Justin Bailey led Gallia Academy with 11 points, followed by Justin Bailey with 10 points and Seth Atkins with eight markers. Cody Call, Jeremy Wilson and Wes Jarrell each contributed seven points to the winning effort, while Reid Eastman followed with six markers. Nick Clagg and Jimmy Clagg both added three points apiece for the guests, while Aaron Jackson and Alex White each had two markers to round out the scoring. The Blue Devils were 8-of-15 at the free throw line for 53 percent. Tyler Neal led JHS with a game-high 13 points, while Casey Walker added 10 markers. The hosts were 10-of-20 at the charity stripe for 50 percent. Photos by Alex Hawley | Daily Sentinel Meigs senior Jared Williamson (14) shoots over Wahama senior Dakota Sisk (33) during Saturday night’s 61-55 Marauders win at Larry R. Morrison Gymnasium. Meigs outlasts White Falcons, 61-55 Alex Hawley ahawley@civitasmedia.com ROCKSPRINGS, Ohio — Back to back to back wins for the Marauders. The Meigs boys basketball team picked up its third win in a row Saturday night with a 61-55 victory over Wahama in Larry R. Morrison Gymnasium. Wahama’s (1-4) offense was hot out of the gates, out scoring Meigs (3-2) 18-to-9 through the first five minutes of the game. The Marauders closed the period on a 12-to-2 run to end the opening stanza with a one-point lead. A back-and-forth second quarter led Meigs to a 35-33 lead at the conclusion of the first half. MHS out scored Wahama 13-to-8 in the fourth period to expand its lead to seven points headed into the finale. The White Falcons battled back to tie the game with 4:53 remaining in regulation But MHS quickly regained the lead. WHS was just 3-of-11 (27.3 percent) from the free throw line in the fourth which allowed the Marauders to pull away and take the 61-55 win. “This is the most proud of a team I have been since I began coaching,” Meigs coach David Kent Sanborn | Submitted photo Gallia Academy senior Justin Bailey dribbles past an opponent in this December 18 file photo of a boys basketball contest in Chesapeake, Ohio. Kight said. “From start to finish everything they went through to get that win was superb on their part.” The Marauders were led by Jared Williamson with 13 points and Kaileb Sheets with 11. Dustin Ulbrich added eight points, Jordan Hutton and Dillon Boyer each finished with seven points, while Treay McKinney had five. Ty Phelps and Alex Morris each marked four points and Cody Stewart chipped in with two points to round out the MHS scoring. Hunter Bradley led Wahama with 12 points on the night, while Trenton Gibbs, Derek Hysell and Dakota Sisk each finished with nine points. Jacob Ortiz and Wyatt Zuspan each tallied eight points to round out the WHS scoring. “You can still tell that we’re not in basketball shape,” Wahama coach Mike Wolfe said. “We came out hot and established a lead in the first quarter like we’ve done the past three games and we just ran out of gas.” Meigs finished with just eight turnovers as a team while Wahama committed 15. The Marauders also held a 36-to-22 advantage in rebounding. “We have three re- Thursday, Dec. 27 Boys Basketball PPHS at Wyoming East Tourney, 6 p.m. Girls Basketball Alexander at River Valley, 6 p.m. PPPHS, GAHS, Meigs at South Gallia Tourney, 6 p.m. Hannan at Federal Hocking, 6 p.m. Wrestling Coaches Corner Classic at Gallia Academy, 10 a.m. Quad at Wahama, 8 a.m. Swimming River Valley at U. of Charleston, TBA Friday, Dec. 28 Boys Basketball Meigs at Southern, 6 p.m. Hannan at Wahama, 6 p.m. River Valley vs. Belpre at Marietta College, 9:30 Symmes Valley at South Gallia, 6 p.m. Eastern at Alexander, 6 p.m. OVCS vs. Huntington Ross at Wellston, 6 p.m. PPHS at Wyoming East Tourney, 6 p.m. Wrestling PPHS at Wheeling Park Duals, 6 p.m. URG Sports Men’s Basketball at Cleveland State, 7 p.m. ally good guards that we start, Kaileb Sheets, Treay McKinney and Dillon Boyer,” Kight said. “Sheets is a freshman for us, McKinney and Boyer are seniors and those three work really well on the floor together. “We have Matt Casci and Jordan Hutton we can bring and all five of our kids work together.” Sheets led Meigs with eight assists and three steals on the night, while Williamson completed his doubledouble with a team-high 10 rebounds. Sheets finished with seven rebounds while Phelps had six. See MEIGS ‌| B2 Late rally lifts Buckeyes past Eastern, 55-45 Bryan Walters bwalters@civitasmedia.com OVP Sports Schedule Wahama senior Jacob Ortiz (42) grabs a rebound over Meigs senior Dustin Ulbrich (24) during Saturday night’s 61-55 MHS victory in Rocksprings. NELSONVILLE, Ohio — A 15-5 run over the final six minutes of regulation ultimately allowed host Nelsonville-York to break away from a 40-all tie Saturday night and claim a 55-45 decision over the Eastern boys basketball team in a non-conference matchup in Athens County. The visiting Eagles (1-5) led 12-8 after one quarter of play, but the Buckeyes (5-2) countered with a 1510 run in the second canto to secure a slim 23-22 edge at the intermission. NYHS kept that momentum going into the third period, as the hosts used a small 16-13 spurt to claim a 39-35 lead headed into the finale. Eastern made a 5-1 charge over the opening two minutes of the finale to pull even at 40-all, but the Buckeyes countered with an 8-0 surge for a three-possession lead. EHS never came closer than 48-43 the rest of the way, and the hosts closed the game with a 7-2 run to wrap up the 10-point decision. The Eagles connected on 16-of-40 field goal attempts for 40 percent, including a 3-of-9 effort from threepoint range for 33 percent. The guests were also 11-of-18 at the free throw line for 61 percent and committed 22 turnovers, compared to just eight giveaways by NYHS. Max Carnahan led EHS with a game-high 13 points, followed by Kirk Pullins with 11 points and Chase Cook with nine markers. Zakk Heaton and Christian Speelman each had four points for the guests, while Cameron Richmond and Troy Gantt rounded things out with two markers apiece. Pullins had a team-high six rebounds and Cook followed with five caroms. Cook also added a team-best two assists. The Buckeyes were 16-of-42 from the field for 38 percent, including a 5-of-10 effort from three-point territory for 50 percent. The hosts were also 18-of-33 at the charity stripe for 55 percent. Jacob Blake and Clint Handa both paced Nelsonville-York with 11 points apiece, followed by Josh Fayette with 10 points and Emmitt Reed with nine markers. �Tuesday, December 25, 2012 The Daily Sentinel • Page B2 www.mydailysentinel.com OVP Sports Briefs OVP sports has new email address GALLIPOLIS, Ohio — The Ohio Valley Publishing sports department officially has a new set of email addresses as the company moves forward as a part of Civitas Media, LLC. 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MIDDLEPORT, OHIO 45760 DENVER (AP) — In the span of about five minutes, Peyton Manning threw his third touchdown pass of the afternoon, Von Miller knocked the opposing quarterback out of the game and the Denver Broncos completely demoralized the tenaciousbut-overmatched Cleveland Browns. During that third-quarter flurry Sunday, the Broncos looked a lot like the best team in the AFC, and with one more Sunday like this one, they could go into the playoffs as just that. Manning threw for a season-high 339 yards and three scores and Miller was in on two sacks, the second of which ended Brandon Weeden’s day, leading Denver to a 34-12 win — a victory that pulled the Broncos (12-3) into a tie with Houston for the best record in the conference. Miller finished with 1 sacks to move to 17 for the season, beating Elvis Dumervil’s franchise record by half a sack. The Broncos carry a 10-game winning streak, second longest in franchise history, into the final week at home against Kansas City (2-13). The Texans, who hold the tiebreaker against Denver, have lost two of three and they close the season at Indianapolis (10-5). Manning finished 30 for 43 and has 4,355 yards this season, moving him past John Elway and Jake Plummer for second on the franchise’s single-season passing list. He wasn’t perfect — he threw an interception late in the first half for Denver’s first turnover inside the opponent’s 10-yard line all season — but when he was clicking, the Broncos couldn’t be stopped, at least not by Cleveland (5-10). His first two touchdown throws came with Browns cornerback Sheldon Brown draped all over the Denver receivers and only the smallest of windows available for Manning to hit. But he hit them. The first went to Demaryius Thomas for 22 yards, the second to Eric Decker for 10, and the Broncos had a 14-3 lead after their first two possessions. Both passes wrapped up 80-yard drives in which Manning ran his version of the hurry-up, getting the offense to the line quickly, barking out audibles, switching from runs to passes, then back again. He even once used cadence to draw an offside penalty on third-and-2 to keep a drive going. Ortiz finished with five rebounds for the White Falcons. Meigs finished 13-of-22 (59.1 percent) from the charity stripe, while Wahama was 13-of-26 (50 percent) from the line. “I feel like when we get ourselves in basketball condition we’ll be a very formidable team in this conference,” Wolfe said. “Some of our woes with free throw shooting might have been connected with conditioning and we’re just not there yet.” Wahama has now lost two consecutive contests, while Meigs has won three straight games. 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That lifted the Bengals over Pittsburgh 13-10 on Sunday, eliminating the Steelers from playoff contention after losing for the fifth time in their past six games. “Obviously, not our day, and thus, not our year,” Pittsburgh coach Mike Tomlin said. “Just not enough significant plays at the moments. Sounds like a broken record, but reality as we sit here.” While Cincinnati (9-6) assured itself a second consecutive playoff berth for the first time since 1981-82, the Steelers (7-8) will miss the postseason for the first time since 2009. The Steelers, 12-4 each of the past two seasons, need a win next week at home against Cleveland to avoid only their second losing season since 1999. Pittsburgh entered Sunday in control of its fate, knowing that victories in its final two regularseason games would assure a playoff spot. Instead, the Steelers failed to score during four consecutive fourth-quarter drives that would have given them the lead. Four times previously this season, Pittsburgh blew fourth-quarter leads in losses; two other times they were within one possession in the final quarter but did not score. “It says you don’t finish,” safety Ryan Clark said. “You don’t make the plays to win football games. You look at the years we went 12-4 and go to Super Bowls, we don’t blow people out but these type of games, we find ways to make plays in the fourth quarter. That was the story all year.” Brown missed a 56-yarder earlier in the fourth quarter but earned a second chance when Reggie Nelson picked off Ben Roethlisberger and returned it to the Pittsburgh 46 with 14 seconds remaining. The Bengals’ only touchdown also was off a Roethlisberger interception — Leon Hall’s 17-yard touchdown return in the first quarter. Roethlisberger completed 14 of 28 passes for 220 yards with a touchdown, but his costly mistake in the final seconds ended Pittsburgh’s playoff hopes. It marked the second straight week a Roethlisberger pick cost the Steelers: He threw an interception on the second play of overtime in last week’s loss at Dallas. “Disappointment, pain,” Roethlisberger said of his feelings. “Letting a lot of people down, and it doesn’t feel good.” Dalton found Green down the right sideline the play immediately following Nelson’s interception, setting up Brown’s winner. Green caught 10 passes for 116 yards and Dalton completed 24 of 41 for 278 yards and two interceptions for the Bengals (9-6), who snapped a five-game losing streak to Pittsburgh (7-8). “It’s a big win for the city of Cincinnati,” Bengals coach Marvin Lewis said. “I know they just think that there’s some complex (against Pittsburgh); there’s no complex. 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Send bids: Letart Township, Joan Manuel, 49115 Manuel Road, Racine, Ohio, 45771 60380424 �Tuesday, December 25, 2012 The Daily Sentinel • Page B5 www.mydailysentinel.com Tuesday, december 25, 2012 COMICS/ENTERTAINMENT BLONDIE Dean Young/Denis Lebrun BEETLE BAILEY FUNKY WINKERBEAN HAGAR THE HORRIBLE HI & LOIS Mort Walker Today’s Answers Tom Batiuk Chris Browne Brian and Greg Walker THE LOCKHORNS MUTTS William Hoest Patrick McDonnell Jacquelene Bigar’s HOROSCOPE ZITS THE FAMILY CIRCUS Bil Keane DENNIS THE MENACE Hank Ketchum Jerry Scott and Jim Borgman CONCEPTIS SUDOKU by Dave Green HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Tuesday, Dec. 25, 2012: This year you have the ability to accomplish a lot, if you so choose. Understand that many people depend on you. Be careful, as they often will take your efforts, which go beyond the call of duty, for granted. If you decide to spend your time elsewhere, you will get a lot of flak. If you are single, romance gains your attention come summer 2013. If you are attached, the summer heat ignites the flames of love once more. You and your partner will act like newlyweds. GEMINI understands you very well, perhaps even better than you do. The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHHH An element of confusion runs through your morning. With Santa romping around the way he did last night, are you really that surprised? Expect a long, but friendly, Christmas dinner. People seem to be naturally delightful. Tonight: Fortunately, you do not have to do anything. TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHH You might want to extend your hospitality once more. Knowing when to stop will be important. Others sometimes feel uncomfortable when you do so much. Allow more give-and take into your scene. Tonight: Indulge in the moment. GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHHHH You wake up knowing that everything will be fine. Someone in your immediate circle does not have the same feeling. You can’t control this person, but you can choose not to get into his or her drama. Someone you have thought about a lot needs a call. Tonight: Be spontaneous. CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHH You likely have been a major force in making this day as special as it is. Take some time to step back and enjoy yourself. Know that you do not always have to be the responsible one. Enjoy a loved one’s efforts. Tonight: If you are sleepy, take a nap. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHHH The more people you surround yourself with, the better you will feel. No one enjoys a party more than you do. A celebration just seems natural. Others express their happiness for just being part of what is happening. Tonight: Make sure everyone is having a good time. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHH You might be asking yourself why you always end up being the one held accountable. More often than not, you seem to be saddled with responsibility. Part of the reason might be that you see the need for it and step in before someone else can. Tonight: You hear a lot of thank-you’s. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHHHH Keep reaching out to that person whom you have not heard from in a while. What better time to call than now? Many people around you could be full of surprises. You feel appreciated, and those around you feel the same. Tonight: Let your mind drift to yonder lands. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHHH Deal with a partner directly. You are very different people, but you have common interests. Do not feel as if you must say or do anything, but make sure that this person knows that you appreciate his or her efforts. Tonight: Visit with a pal over leftovers. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) HHHH Others seek you out, and not just Santa and his elves. Plan on hosting a gathering at your home in order to chat over eggnog or exchange gifts and good will. Don’t worry so much if someone shows up and you do not have a gift for this person. Tonight: Go along with others’ wishes. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHH Pace yourself, as you might have a lot to do as a Santa standin. Christmas is not always easy for someone to handle alone. Check in with a friend at a distance. Your thoughtfulness will be appreciated more than you realize. Tonight: Pitch in and help clean up. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHHHH Others note the amusement in your smile and the twinkle in your eye. It seems as if you are going to stay mum and choose not to reveal the source of this happiness. It’s OK to make people wonder. A child wants to share a new gift or game. Why not? Tonight: More fun ahead. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) HHH Tension builds at home. You want everything to be perfect, and that desire is impossible as long as human beings are involved. Lighten up, and worry a little less. Everyone prefers your company over some “perfect” plan. Tonight: Close to home. 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